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Unknown Games Podcast

Unknown Games Podcast

By UGP

Welcome to the Unknown Games Podcast! While we're one of many video game podcasts, we have the unique perspective of bringing you news from Japan and our take on the gaming industry as experienced ex-pats. If you're into games but also a weeb, we've got you covered. We'll talk games, anime, and limited McDonald's burgers. New episodes every Friday JST!
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Unknown Games PodcastMay 30, 2023

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01:13:58
Spiders! Snakes! Dragons! Our Thoughts on PlayStation Showcase May 2023!
May 30, 202301:13:58
Mario Movie Review, Tofu Burgers, Japanese Vacations, OH MY!
May 17, 202301:10:50
Blue Protocol Might Be The Next BIG MMO game! Closed Beta Thoughts
Apr 04, 202345:21
What's a Final Fantasy 16? Reacting to FFXVI New Info at PAX East 2023 Panel
Mar 28, 202301:12:32
I'm About The Fish: Persona 5: The Phantom X is a Mobile Title?! DEETS!~
Mar 21, 202357:25
Breadman? Bedman?: RE4 Remake Demo, Fortnite MEGA, FF7R PowerWash DLC
Mar 14, 202301:05:27
Bussin' on Blue Protocol: From Closed Beta to Benchmark Update!
Mar 09, 202357:34
Everything Announced at Pokémon Presents 2023: DLC, Pokemon TCG Classic, Sleep!
Mar 02, 202354:50
We Hope Shia's Doing Ok: Metal Gear Rising & Apex Legends Anniversary Special!
Feb 23, 202301:03:35
What's Good? February Game Releases
Feb 03, 202344:07
Baby! Baby! Baby! Baby! Persona 3 Portable is Here...Again!
Jan 26, 202347:48
You'll NEVER Want Another Console After the Steam Deck
Jan 19, 202348:54
Spoiler Cast | One Piece Film: RED is a True Must-Watch for Fans!
Jan 05, 202301:03:60
You Already Know: Game of the Year 2022 Special
Dec 22, 202201:46:24
Our Final Thoughts: The Game Awards 2022
Dec 15, 202220:28
Final Thoughts on Pokémon SV and Sonic Frontiers
Dec 11, 202201:08:40
The Beginner's Guide to IRL Streaming
Dec 01, 202237:13
Voting LIVE for The Game Awards 2022 *GOTY*
Nov 26, 202201:30:37
We're Back! Season 5 of the UGPcast!
Nov 05, 202246:36
What to Expect from Tokyo Game Show 2022!

What to Expect from Tokyo Game Show 2022!

Tokyo Game Show is here and we're hype to give our predictions of what's at the show!

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Music Credits from OC Remix: Opening: Donkey Kong Country "Aquatic Shrediance" by ToxicxEternityEnding: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Sep 17, 202201:15:44
What's a Mildom, and Why's the PS5's Price Increasing?
Sep 01, 202201:25:20
Did You Say, Seaman: Dragon Ball Enters The Fortnite Metaverse
Aug 25, 202201:01:50
The Cat is Out: Stray Review + Apex Legends S14 Impressions
Aug 20, 202201:13:12
If You Like Feet: Stray, Evo 2022, Pokémon News
Aug 12, 202201:16:34
Alex Visits Super Nintendo World + Japan Travel Tips
Aug 04, 202201:23:36
Stranger Cups: Stranger of Paradise + Cuphead DLC Reviews
Jul 28, 202201:03:53
What's With All the B-Tier JRPG's?
Jul 14, 202201:13:32
Have a Beverage, Start a Fire
Jul 07, 202201:06:55
The Triple Zack Attack: FFVII Rebirth, Reunion, Ever Crisis
Jun 30, 202201:02:23
REVIEW: The Xbox + Bethesda Showcase (6/12/22)
Jun 19, 202258:18
Better Late Than Never, Recapping State of Play

Better Late Than Never, Recapping State of Play

Our thoughts on FF16, Street Fighter 6, and RE4 Remake laid out for you to catch up on! 

Leave a review on iTunes or your podcast service of choice! Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a voice message via Anchor.fm/ugpcast or a shout out on Twitter, @UGP_cast.

YouTube & SNS links: http://streamerlinks.com/ugp_cast Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Donkey Kong Country "Aquatic Shrediance" by ToxicxEternity
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Jun 14, 202201:09:10
Did We Get It Right: PlayStation State of Play (6/2/22)
Jun 05, 202201:00:47
Is Palworld the REAL Pokémon Game We Want?
May 29, 202201:00:56
What's New(Castle)?: Apex Legends S13 Thoughts
May 23, 202201:09:48
When Will Final Fantasy 16 RELEASE?!!
May 15, 202201:12:24
Spoiler Cast: ELDEN RING, The Elden Lords Assemble
May 08, 202202:26:48
Stay Gold: Breaking Down Japan's Golden Week
May 01, 202201:04:01
Jack It Up: Vampire Survivors and Babylon's Fall
Apr 22, 202201:05:04
Kingdom Hearts 4 Reveal: BELIEVE IT!
Apr 17, 202257:40
How Much is a Classic Really Worth? + Tiny Tina's/Chrono Cross Talk!
Apr 10, 202201:13:06
Open Your Closet: The Closing Shift & Strangers of Paradise
Apr 01, 202201:09:55
Time Trippin': Stranger of Paradise Initial Thoughts, Elden Ring, State of Play News
Mar 18, 202201:08:44
Two Fingers Up: Elden Ring Thoughts, Pokémon Scarlet/Violet, Persona & NieR Anniv. News

Two Fingers Up: Elden Ring Thoughts, Pokémon Scarlet/Violet, Persona & NieR Anniv. News

From our thought's on Elden Ring, to Pokémon Scarlet and Violet reveals, Persona's 25th anniversary and NieR Automata's 5th anniversary news, we've got a ton of news to talk about this week!

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00:00:00 Intro
00:07:44 Elden Ring Discussion
00:22:19 NieR Automata 5th Anniv. News
00:29:00 Persona 25th Anniv. News
00:37:12 Pokémon Day/Scarlet & Violet
01:01:20 Other Gaming News
01:09:59 Outro

Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Donkey Kong Country "Aquatic Shrediance" by ToxicxEternity
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Mar 05, 202201:13:17
Juicy Hands: Street Fighter 6 + Fast Food Talk (KING YETI)

Juicy Hands: Street Fighter 6 + Fast Food Talk (KING YETI)

Street Fighter 6 has been revealed, and we're hype! But we're also hype for some fast food talk! See how they both connected on this week's episode of the UGP Cast! 

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:14:16 - SF6 Trailer Discussion
00:22:00 - Potential Roaster
00:27:18 - Release Date?
00:34:22 - Japan Fast Food Talk
00:52:06 - Closing Talk

Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Donkey Kong Country "Aquatic Shrediance" by ToxicxEternity
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

#StreetFighter6 #Capcom #StreetFighter

Feb 25, 202201:06:12
Too Hot 4 U: Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Chrono Cross + MORE Nintendo Direct 2.9.22 News!
Feb 19, 202250:24
Our Hero Ehe is Back: The State of Apex Legends in 2022
Feb 13, 202201:12:54
Podcasting From a Cave: Pokémon Legends: Arceus Impressions
Feb 04, 202251:29
Microsoft, Activision Blizzard, and ALL That Money
Jan 27, 202201:03:47
Don't Hold It In: Our Most Anticipated Games of 2022
Jan 20, 202201:10:08
Our 2022 New Year's Resolutions in 4K & 144hz
Jan 06, 202234:43
A UGP Christmas Story
Dec 24, 202133:16
Are Ya Winning: The Game Awards 2021 Recap!
Dec 16, 202101:08:14
Hot Takes: Chrono Cross x Another Eden, Baiken Trailer + News!
Dec 09, 202101:01:52
The Easy Ride: Voting on The Video Game Awards 2021 Nominees!
Dec 03, 202101:21:37
Praise Fat Pikachu: Diamond & Pearl Remakes, Naruto x Fortnite, Project L!
Nov 25, 202101:21:33
Dev Interview: Why Hasn't Sony Remade Ape Escape?
Nov 18, 202144:46
Don't Go To Sleep: The Elden Ring is Almost Here!
Nov 13, 202159:23
Stop It: Power Creep in Yo Games! Apex Legends S11 + Star Ocean: The Divine Force
Nov 04, 202101:11:31
Does God of War PC Change the Future of Console Exclusives?
Oct 28, 202156:38
How Do Foreigners Celebrate Halloween in Japan?
Oct 21, 202150:37
Battlefield 2042 Beta, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Smash Bros. Retrospective
Oct 15, 202101:18:13
Back in the Grave: Tokyo Game Show '21 Epic Recap
Oct 08, 202101:17:56
The Resurrection: Nintendo Direct 9.24 Recap
Oct 03, 202101:21:59
The Ehe Era, Baby!!! - PlayStation Showcase Talk + TGS21 Hype
Sep 25, 202158:27
The BIG 100: Answering Your Questions!
Sep 17, 202101:14:18
UGP 99: TGS 21, Twitch VS. YouTube Gaming, Super Monkey Ball
Sep 10, 202101:24:40
98° of Pokémon Arceus, Tales of Arise, QuakeCon
Aug 29, 202156:42
Tons of Games: Naraka Bladepoint, Death's Door, Splitgate + More!
Aug 20, 202101:02:35
The Japan Life Update: Arcade Stories, Crime, & the Resale Market
Aug 14, 202101:06:04
Smile, It's a New PS5 SSD Upgrade!
Aug 05, 202151:20
Born Again: The Olympics! Apex Legends S10! Dead Space Remake!
Jul 31, 202101:00:32
Save Our Souls: Steam Deck & Gundam Evolution
Jul 23, 202101:11:38
The Switch OLED, A New Hope
Jul 15, 202153:05
Paging Kojima: Apex/Titanfall Hackers + Ghost of Tsushima
Jul 08, 202101:07:26
For the Kids: The JRPG News Update feat. Mana, Trials, FF9!
Jul 01, 202101:14:43
The Guilty Gear Strive Parade + Five Dates
Jun 25, 202153:48
The Thicc E3 2021 Recap! Who really won this year?
Jun 17, 202101:42:08
BINGO: Our CRAZY Pre-E3 2021 Predictions!
Jun 10, 202101:14:15
Horizon Forbidden West, Dragon Quest & Sonic the Hedgehog Anniversary Recap
Jun 03, 202101:03:42
Blow in the Disk: The Best Console Generations
May 27, 202155:07
All Switched Up: When's the Next Nintendo Switch?
May 20, 202101:10:17
Apex Legends Legacy: Arenas & Valkyrie Change Everything!
May 13, 202159:07
You're Muted: Phasmophobia VR + Golden Week Game Picks
May 06, 202156:37
NieR Replicant Ver. 122..., Apex Legacy, and News!
Apr 30, 202158:30
Reunited: Resident Evil Village, NEO: TWEWY, FFVIIR INTERmission DLC
Apr 22, 202101:01:23
Pre-Tokyo Game Show '21: TGS Hype and Space Jam?!
Apr 08, 202152:56
Give Up Your Dreams: Microsoft to Buy Discord?

Give Up Your Dreams: Microsoft to Buy Discord?

Big news over the week with lots of indie games getting their time to shine during the ID@XBOX Indie Games showcase! Loot River, Death's Door, Astria Ascending, and a few more caught our attention! But the biggest news this week had to be rumors of Microsoft and other companies in talks to buy Discord. We discuss all this, plus how to censor ourselves in this week's episode! Enjoy!

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voice message via Anchor.fm/ugpcast or a shout out on Twitter, @UGP_cast.

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Agenda:

1. Intro
2. Games We Play- KUUKIYOMI 3, Kingdom Hearts,
3. April Game Releases
4. Oculus Quest 2 Impressions, VR Talk
5. ID@XBOX Indie Showcase Recap -
6. Discord being acquired by Microsoft?
7. Pikmin AR Game from Niantic
8. Closing

Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Undertale "Golden Flowers" by Level 99, OceansAndrew, OverClocked University
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Apr 01, 202154:18
Sneeze: Little Nightmares 2, Square-Enix Presents, Sony Acquires EVO

Sneeze: Little Nightmares 2, Square-Enix Presents, Sony Acquires EVO

We went from no news last week to a bunch a news this week! We have quite the topics to go over, so go on, download us, click play, and get to listening!

Leave a review on iTunes or your podcast service of choice! Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a
voice message via Anchor.fm/ugpcast or a shout out on Twitter, @UGP_cast.

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Agenda:

1. Games We Play- Little Nightmares 2
2. New Scarlet Nexus Trailer
3. Square-Enix Presents Recap - Forspoken, Life is Strange 3
4. Sony and RTS acquire EVO
5. NieR Automata on Game Pass, Steam Review Bombs
6. PS5 VR Controller Reveal
7. Closing

Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Undertale "Golden Flowers" by Level 99, OceansAndrew, OverClocked University
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Mar 26, 202101:09:54
Special Ep: So You Want to Move to Japan?
Mar 19, 202101:06:25
Yakuza 7, The Medium, Tales of Arise News!
Mar 12, 202159:25
25 Til We're Dead: Pokémon Remakes & FF7R Intergrade
Mar 04, 202155:14
I Gotcha, Dattebayo: Nintendo Direct & Fighting Game News
Feb 25, 202101:01:22
So Long, So Strong: Earthquakes, Kingdom Hearts PC, Guilty Gear Strive
Feb 19, 202101:01:55
Get on It: Apex Legends S8 + FF14 Endwalker News
Feb 11, 202133:33
American Pie: The Legendary 1k Cheese Pizza
Feb 04, 202143:42
All In: UGP Gone Wild
Jan 29, 202101:28:54
That's a Sin: Stardew Valley, Cyberpunk 2077, and Double Dipping Sushi
Jan 22, 202101:06:09
OFF the Cups: POG Champ, MH Rise, Japan's Crazy Sandwiches
Jan 14, 202101:10:48
Our Prophet Shia: UGP Plans for 2021
Jan 07, 202154:20
What's that Motion: Game of the Year 2020
Dec 31, 202001:33:25
Processing: Best Gaming News of 2020
Dec 24, 202001:12:54
About that Life: Cyberpunk 2077 & Game Award Surprises
Dec 17, 202001:02:45
We Voted: The Game Awards 2020
Dec 10, 202001:08:59
Can You Ray Trace: The Pathless, JRPG's, Super Nintendo World
Dec 03, 202001:02:04
Holiday Bonus: Is Buying Twitch Affiliate Status Fair?
Nov 26, 202031:29
The Failure Chicken: A Thanksgiving Special
Nov 26, 202049:40
We're Too Small: Capcom Data Leak, Next-Gen Launches, Apex Legends S7
Nov 19, 202001:06:22
We're Super Hot: What about VR?
Nov 13, 202059:27
Thicc Power Levels: Is Game Crunch Inevitable?
Nov 06, 202001:18:00
Ghost Insurance: Hollow Knight, Phasmophobia, Demon Slayer
Oct 29, 202001:03:57
Live from Twitch: Phasmophobia, New PS5 UI, Fixing Online Ranking

Live from Twitch: Phasmophobia, New PS5 UI, Fixing Online Ranking

That's right, we're live from Twitch! Going forward all of our podcast will be on Twitch and in audio form! We hope you'll join us on Mondays at 8:30 PM Japan Standard Time, https://www.twitch.tv/ninjatrix! This week's show is truly one of the best, up there on that master-tier Vtuber level, so we hope you will enjoy this next step in engagement with you!

Agenda:
1. Intro
2. Games We Play- Undertale, Phasmophobia
3. Gaming News- PlayStation 5 new UI and 8.00 update, Guilty Gear Strive Online, Genshin Impact
4. Closing Announcements

Let us know your thoughts by leaving us a voice message or shout out on our Twitter, @UGP_cast.
YouTube & SNS links: http://streamerlinks.com/ugp_cast

Music Credits from OC Remix:
Opening: Undertale "Golden Flowers" by Level 99, OceansAndrew, OverClocked University
Ending: Donkey Kong Country "Drowning in Brambles" by 744

Oct 22, 202001:08:42
Ba Dum Tss! - Among Us, PS5 Teardown, and Cheeseburgers
Oct 15, 202001:14:40
Press X to Waifu: Is Genshin Impact Worth Your Time?
Oct 09, 202001:02:07
Tokyo Game Show Recap: NieR, Hyrule Warriors, Monster Hunter Rise!
Oct 02, 202001:16:26
Ahoooooy: Behind the VTuber Craze

Ahoooooy: Behind the VTuber Craze

We take a closer look at the recent, but not recent, VTuber craze that's been booming in Japan, Asia, and that's now spreading to the West. You'll learn a lot, laugh a lot, and even hear so